The latest unmanned systems news for UAV, UAS, UGV, USV, UUV, drones and robotics. Articles on product launches and technological advances in unmanned and autonomous design, research and manufacture.
UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía demonstrated its autonomous control system aboard a NEWT21 FOG USV during US Special Forces maritime exercises in Cartagena, Spain, highlighting precise navigation and reliable performance under operational constraints
Yonkers Police Department has launched a citywide Drone as First Responder program using Nokia Drone-in-a-Box systems, enabling rapid deployment of drones within three minutes to deliver real-time aerial intelligence to responding officers and supervisors
A two-day Aquatic Incident Management Systems training program in South Lake Tahoe, supported by Deep Trekker, provides hands-on instruction in sonar, remotely operated vehicles, and coordinated aquatic search operations
Sony Electronics' new miniature LiDAR depth sensor weighs just 46 grams, offering high-precision long-distance measurement and seamless integration for space-constrained applications
ParaZero Technologies has secured a major agreement with a Tier-1 international defense firm to integrate DefendAir Net Pods into autonomous interception platforms
Coptrz has partnered exclusively with Avy to deliver advanced fixed-wing beyond visual line of sight drone networks across the UK, supporting long-endurance operations for defence, emergency services and public sector missions
Red Cat Holdings secured a competitive contract via the NATO Support and Procurement Agency to deliver the Black Widow sUAS for tactical intelligence missions throughout the year
Strategic restructuring and executive promotion wave at DeTect to establish dedicated Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), and Asia-Pacific divisions
A strategic investment in Teledyne Marine's Sentinel gliders and APEX floats aims to enhance environmental intelligence and tactical exploitation within the contested North Atlantic
Vigilant Aerospace has deployed its FlightHorizon TEMPO airspace management system at the Oklahoma Air & Space Port, using integrated radar and transponder data to enable safe, large-area testing of autonomous aircraft and spacecraft
IMSAR engages Army and industry at the S/VTOL summit, showcasing compact multi-mode radar solutions delivering scalable imaging and target tracking capabilities for next-generation runway-independent unmanned aircraft systems
Packet Digital has delivered a 10,000-unit PCBA production run for agricultural technology applications, supported by SMT line expansion and enhanced AOI inspection before and after reflow
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems has suspended flight test operations after a production-representative YFQ-42A Collaborative Combat Aircraft experienced a mishap shortly after takeoff at a private facility in the California desert
Xer Technologies and Gotonomi have partnered to equip the X8 multicopter with satellite modules for reliable command and control in remote environments
Smith Myers' solutions require no existing network infrastructure and are compatible with all generations of cellular technology and all frequency bands
T-Motor has introduced the MN11-13 heavy-lift motor series for industrial multirotor drones, delivering reliable performance with advanced cooling, IP45-rated protection, long service life, and extensive customisation for demanding applications
A strategic partnership between Red Cat Holdings and Ukraine’s state-owned Spetstechnoexport aims to accelerate the development of next-generation uncrewed systems across air, land, and maritime domains for global defense markets
Volatus Aerospace and Sentinel R&D have signed an MoU to advance a Canadian-developed interceptor UAV platform, integrating airframe engineering, autonomy software, and operational capabilities
CRP USA will present industrial 3D printing solutions based on Windform composite materials and Selective Laser Sintering for aerospace, defense and advanced mobility at RAPID + TCT 2026
Xer Technologies successfully completed independent flight tests of its X8 multicopter platform, validating 2.5-hour endurance with a 7 kg payload for advanced multi-sensor and infrastructure inspection missions
CSU leader Klaus Holetschek visits Vectoflow to explore unmanned aerial vehicle sensing technologies, additive manufacturing, and the role of European supply chains in strengthening defence capabilities and industrial independence
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